Dondakaya Fry
Veg
Vegan
A crispy and spicy stir-fried dish made with ivy gourd and a blend of spices, often served as a side with rice and curries.
Cuisines
Andhra
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 40 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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250 grams | Ivy Gourd |
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2 tablespoons | Oil |
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1 teaspoon | Mustard Seed |
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1 teaspoon | Cumin , seeds |
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2 tablespoons | Chana dal |
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2 tablespoons | Urad dal , split black gram |
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2 units | Chili , dry red |
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1 pinch | Asafoetida |
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8-10 units | Curry Leaf |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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2 tablespoons | Coconut , freshly grated |
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1 tablespoon | Cilantro , finely chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Wash the dondakaya thoroughly and slice them into thin rounds.
- 2 Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 3 Add mustard seeds and let them splutter.
- 4 Add cumin seeds, chana dal, and urad dal. Fry until the dals turn golden brown.
- 5 Add dry red chilies, asafoetida, and curry leaves. Sauté for a few seconds.
- 6 Add the sliced dondakaya and stir well to coat them with the spices.
- 7 Sprinkle turmeric powder, red chili powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 8 Cover and cook on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the dondakaya becomes tender and slightly crispy.
- 9 Add freshly grated coconut and mix well.
- 10 Garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
For a richer flavor, you can add a teaspoon of ghee towards the end of cooking.